1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue and 1998 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Intrigue | Astra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |